SD Museum of Art names new COO

Dieter Fenkart-Froeschl joins institution's top leadership team

The San Diego Museum of Art has named Dieter Fenkart-Froeschl its new chief operating officer.

Fenkart-Froeschl most recently was director of the division of institutional advancement at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Previously, he worked at the National Parks Conservation Association and the Bank Austria Ceditanstalt.

“Dieter was far and away the most exceptional choice for the Museum,” said museum director Roxana Velásquez in a statement. “The Museum is experiencing significant growth with increased staff and expanded exhibitions, programming, and events. Dieter’s career focus and success managing not-for-profit organizations make him a critical addition to our executive team and to the continued growth of the institution.”

“I am excited and honored to have been selected as the museum’s next chief operating officer,” said Fenkart-Froeschl. “I look forward to working in close partnership with Roxana, the board of trustees, the Museum’s partners, and its staff to support the vision and further enhance the success of the institution.”